Written question asked by Siobhain McDonagh (Labour) on Wednesday, 16 September 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 September 2020. It was answered by Nigel Adams (Conservative) on Thursday, 24 September 2020 on behalf of the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office.
China: Uyghurs
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, what support he plans to provide to the independent tribunal on China's alleged genocide against Muslim Uighur population established by Sir Geoffrey Nice QC.
- Answer
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We have serious concerns about gross violations of human rights occurring in Xinjiang and welcome any work that is rigorous, balanced and raises awareness of the situation faced by Uyghurs and other minorities in China. We are aware of this initiative by Sir Geoffrey Nice QC, and will study any resulting report carefully.
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- 90937
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- 2019-21
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- China Genocide Uyghurs
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